Alaria will be listed as one of us.
Posts from ☀️ Arselia and Akonia
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— My shop's doors are closed to them, so they won't be pleased. This place isn't for the dim-witted.
Leaving the shop, the asterisk stopped and glanced over his shoulder. He didn't see any gloomy guards turning away J, apparently things work differently here.
"Self-locking doors that depend on gender? That's certainly a technology of the future. Although, it could also be some kind of special magic; who knows how it might be."
The door opened and closed easily and didn't look like it would suddenly lock.
"Someone who isn't aware might accidentally bump their forehead and break their nose, or something... I wonder if such cases have happened here."
He examined the surface out of curiosity, looking for signs of past nose-breaking incidents, and imagined the possible situations, marveling at their harshness and absurdity, after which he continued on his way.
After visiting Abundance, he buys a quiver of bolts and some clothes, and puts them on. Being nearby, he decides to check out what's happening at Grace.
"I'm an alien from another world. I have a whole bunch of problems, even aside from my fear of water, which is why I came here for treatment. Not to mention these demonic dreams or visions. If this brain doctor is truly an enthusiastic and curious person, and good at what he does, then he's probably good at reading people too. But if he's not good, then there's little point in seeking treatment from him. That being said, the idea of spilling all my troubles just to satisfy someone else's curiosity doesn't appeal to me at all, especially if I haven't established a trusting relationship with the person."
— Oh, yes, what was I saying? If I decide to make an appointment, are visits on a first-come, first-served basis, or are they scheduled for a specific date?
Does Alaria know about this?
And yes, I won't be exploiting Marcell, no way. It's a shame Ment forbade having children; it would have been a nice little family. Ment, maybe you could lower the age limit to 16?... Champ will lie and say he's 18.
However, even with that age, nothing will stop me from making Beata and Giyone parents! Although Beata is already a parent, lol.
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- Itadakimasu," Ayano proclaimed to the world, having finished her light breakfast. "Gochisosama," she added upon completion.
For a while, she continued to sit, staring blankly at the oily residue they had left on the plate. Finally, with a sharp movement, she stood up from the stool. At that moment, determination filled her, but in the next instant, her heart began to waver.
Finally, she managed to suppress this wave of doubt. Approaching the mirror, she gazed at her reflection for a long time, then rummaged through her bag. The Blade of Honor, a diary, a perfect topaz – there was so much here... Finally, her hands found what she needed.
Pulling them out of the fifth dimension, she held the garment against her neck – the kimono looked excellent, as always. Closing her eyes and inhaling its scent, she was transported for a moment to her native Nihon. Despite the fabric being washed many times, it still possessed a quality unlike anything else on this earth.
The kosode and hakama fit her body perfectly, despite the 5% weight gain. Perhaps this was the deeper meaning of free Nihon clothing? But let the philosophers ponder that.
Convinced that the travel cloak lay comfortably over all this attire, she leaves the room. Her heavy legs slowly but steadily carry her towards the church of Arselia.
Reaching the majestic building – even by the standards of this small town – she raises her hand, which pauses halfway to the doorknob.
After thinking for a few seconds, she knocks on the door.
- Reverend! This is Yamagami Ayano. I need to tell you something.
After visiting Abundance, he takes a quiver of bolts and some clothes, and puts them on. While nearby, he decides to check out what Grace is like these days.
—In the name of the Emperor, I need to search you!
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After saying goodbye to the receptionist, the Tanarrian girl left the clinic. There was no need to rush, and she still had some time. Besides, she feared that such a visit would do more harm than good to her peace of mind. So, for now, she would handle things on her own. Having decided this, Alaria decided to visit "Cherry."
— Good afternoon. Excuse me, if it's not too much trouble, I have a small question, — noticing a whole collection of Miss Cosmos portraits in the list of goods, the girl was somewhat surprised, — although you've probably been asked it many times in the last few days. Have the church patrols asked you any questions regarding this assortment? — Alaria nodded towards the paintings, — Or is this issue already resolved?
After thinking for a few seconds, she knocks on the door.- Abbot! This is Yamagami Aiyano. I need to tell you something.
- If I had been standing a little further away, I wouldn't have heard you. You want to talk, huh? How unexpected. - Lying, Bruno invites the "priestess" to follow him inside.
— Thank you for the offer, but I’m a bit busy right now, — Alaria awkwardly scratched the back of her head, — and I need some time to think. By the way, thank you for answering my questions.
After saying goodbye to the receptionist, the Tanarrian woman left the clinic. There was no need to rush, and she still had some time. Besides, she feared that such a visit would do more harm than good to her peace of mind. So, for now, she would handle things on her own. Having decided this, Alaria decides to visit "Cherry".
— Good afternoon. Excuse me, if it's not too much trouble, I have a small question, — noticing a whole collection of Miss Cosmos portraits in the list of goods, the girl was somewhat surprised, — although you've probably been asked it many times in the last few days. Have the church patrols ever asked you any questions regarding this assortment? — Alaria nodded towards the paintings, — Or is this already a settled matter?
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- I don't want to "desecrate" your Temple with my presence again. If that matters to you, I would prefer to talk outside.
- Not yet. These are just paintings! Do you think they could ban them? - She sighs. - Yes, that would be harsh...
— I've seen all sorts of things, but I wouldn't dare judge in this situation. That's why I was asking, — the Tanarian smiled wryly, — but what do you think? You've clearly been in the city longer than I have, and you're probably more familiar with the local customs and trends.
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- Okay, - he goes inside. - Would you prefer that I kneel or do something else?
- Well, it's all new, and even a local wouldn't be able to answer that question, let alone someone from another country. Recently, new tariffs were introduced on imports, so we had to raise prices on "luxury goods" by as much as 50% to maintain the expected profit trajectory.